THE PROS AND THE CONS
This is my opinion of selling art work at different venues available to the artist. I have tried these and wanted to share my experience with you so you have something to consider when looking for ways to market your work.
FARMERS MARKETS:
PROS:
Exposure: a lot of people come to these venues to walk around and spend some time outdoors, so people do get to see what you are offering. It also gives you the opportunity to tell people about your art and hand out your business cards in hopes of some future sales. There is always the chance that you will make a sale or two at these places depending on what you are selling. The cost for setting up is low so it doesn’t take a bite out of your marketing budget.
CONS:
However, when people come to a “farmers market” they are not looking for art. Most likely they are in the market for some fresh green beans or hummus. So if this is what you are selling you should be just fine!
Flea Markets:
Pros:
None that I could find!
CONS:
It is a flea market and people are there to get items cheap! This is no place for an artist. Oh they will want your art but at your expense! These are a bargain hunter’s paradise not for an artist that has put their heart and soul into their creations! Stay away unless you want to sell used house hold goods! Your work deserves a better audience!
More on this subject coming soon so check back often!
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